Lately

John's class visited the Perot Museum of Science for their fall field trip last week. I was one of the lucky parents that was able to join as a chaperone (I mean lucky in a good way, since parents fight for chaperone slots for field trips!). Though it was chaotic to be in charge of four kids in the crowded museum, it sure was a fun day.

John was one of the few kids selected to participate in the science show. He was so happy!

Pouring nitrogen gas on a magnet.

The photo below didn't turn out well, but John and his classmate are dancing in front of a light board that activated colors based on the heat (I think) from their movements.

Amelia's fall volleyball season wrapped up last week. There were several changes to her YMCA division this year. The 5th and 6th graders were combined in one competitive league, thus Amelia's team ended up playing mostly 6th grade teams. Though they didn't win as many games as they are used to, the girls played tough and took the challenge well. 

Another change is that the girls are required to serve their first serve overhand. About a third of the girls on Amelia's team can consistently get the ball across the net with their serve. Amelia's overhand serve needs work still, but her underhanded serves (which are permitted after the first attempt) were about 95% accurate this year (and strong).

John's flag football season ended two weeks ago and the team celebrated with an end-of-season party last week.

Fall basketball ended several weeks ago and the winter season began this week. John is playing on two competitive teams and is also participating on a school team through the YMCA. Luckily basketball is his only sport right now. I forgot to post this photo of last fall's team. These boys look cute but they are tough.

And my favorite photo of all...

John is fast, tan, athletic, kind, busy, brave, tall, slim, funny, cool, smart, and trustworthy. His artwork is always in orange and green when John has the choice.